Octavia Spencer

Octavia Spencer, Actress: Hidden Figures. Spencer is a native of Montgomery, Alabama, which she claims is the proverbial buckle of the Bible belt. She's the sixth of seven siblings and holds a BS in Liberal Arts from Auburn University. A "closet" lover of acting, this practical Alabamian knew that she'd someday work in the film industry, …

Octavia Lenora Spencer (born May 25, 1972) is an American actress and author. She is the recipient of several accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and a Golden Globe Award.She is one of two black actresses to have received three Academy Award nominations and is the only black actress to receive two …

May 22, 2018 · Claire Danes, Jim Parsons, & Octavia Spencer Premiere ‘A Kid Like Jake’ in New York! Claire Danes, Jim Parsons, and Octavia Spencer team up for the premiere of their new movie A Kid Like Jake! The co …